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ACE Event

2026 CTVP SIG meeting

Gold Coast
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Save the date for the 2026 Cardiac Thoracic Vascular and Perfusion (CTVP) SIG meeting to be held at the Hilton Surfers Paradise in Gold Coast, Queensland from 30-31 October 2026.

Welcome

Another great event brought to you by ACE – a tripartite collaboration of ANZCA, ASA and NZSA. 

We are delighted to invite you to “Cardiac on the Coast”, hosted by the Cardiac Thoracic Vascular and Perfusion (CTVP) Special Interest Group (SIG) at the Hilton Hotel, Surfers Paradise, Gold Coast, on Friday 30th and Saturday 31st October 2026.

After the tremendous success of our recent combined 3SCTS meeting last November in Sydney, we are returning to our core focus of cardiothoracic and vascular anaesthesia. This event will highlight local talent, foster engaging discussions, and offer an inclusive and open forum for sharing experiences, knowledge, and techniques.

The workshop program will take place on the afternoon of Friday, 30th October, followed by the main program on Saturday, 31st October. Sessions will feature the latest developments in cardiothoracic and vascular anaesthesia, echocardiography, and mechanical circulatory support.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Gold Coast.

Dr Jo Irons, Dr Ann Ngui and Dr Rachel Bourke
Co-convenors
2026 CTVP SIG Meeting

Venue

Hilton Surfers Paradise
6 Orchid Avenue, Surfers Paradise, Queensland 4217

King Guestroom

Conveniently located in the heart of the city, between Orchid Avenue and Surfers Paradise Boulevard, the Hilton Surfers Paradise puts all the Gold Coast’s famous features right at your fingertips. With the iconic Surfers Paradise Beach within 2-minutes’ walk and unsurpassed accommodation options to suit any traveller, we invite you to play, relax, explore and create new memories with us.

Hilton Surfers Paradise is located approximately 40 minutes’ drive from Gold Coast Airport.

Accommodation

We are pleased to advise an exclusive discounted accommodation rate is available at the Hilton Surfers Paradise for delegates attending the 2026 CTVP SIG Meeting

Hilton Surfers Paradise
6 Orchid Avenue, Surfers Paradise, Queensland 4217

Soak up everything the Gold Coast has to offer from your own balcony with partial ocean views. Enjoy a great nights’ sleep in a king size Hilton Serenity bed, down pillows and crisp linens. Each room features a 55‐inch LED Smart TV, high‐speed wireless internet access with Crabtree & Evelyn amenities.

Deluxe Room 

  • Friday 30 October | A$299 incl GST per night (room only)
  • Saturday 31 October | A$344 incl GST per night (room only)
  • 15% off the best available flexible rate of the day.

Discount applies to:

  • Conference shoulder dates: 28 October – 5 November
  • Higher room categories or residences.

Check‐in time: 3.00pm
Check‐out time: 11.00am

Book accommodation here
Group code: GANZCA

Please note:

  • Rates listed are not guaranteed and are subject to availability at the time of booking. 
  • A credit card will be required at the time of booking to secure the reservation.
  • For cancellations, terms and conditions, please refer to information listed on the hotel website at the time of booking. 

Registration

Registrations for the 2026 CTVP SIG Meeting will open shortly. Please check back shortly for updates. 

Your registration will include all refreshment breaks and plenary sessions on Saturday and a ticket to the welcome reception on Friday. Workshops are at an additional cost.

All registration fees are quoted in Australian dollars and are inclusive of GST.

Registration typeFees

Full registration 

A$605

Trainee/Allied Health registration

A$440

Retired anaesthetist registration

A$220

Cardio advanced life support (CALS) workshop

A$220

Transoesophageal Echocardiography (TOE) workshop

A$165

Perfusion simulation workshop

A$165

Welcome Reception

Complimentary for registered delegates
Guest ticket: A$110pp 

Social activities

Welcome Reception
Join us on Friday evening for canapés and drinks as we officially open the meeting. Take the opportunity to connect and network with colleagues and friends.

Date: Friday 30 October 2026
Time: 5.30–7.30pm
Location: Hilton Surfers Paradise
Cost: Complimentary for registered delegates
Guest ticket: A$100

Sponsorship

If you wish to be an exhibitor at the 2026 CTVP SIG meeting, please view the HCI prospectus and complete the application form.

To see the sponsorship opportunities for all our events, please click here.

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For further information, please contact us.

About ACE events

This event is brought to you by Anaesthesia Continuing Education (ACE), a tripartite body governed by the Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists, the Australian Society of Anaesthetists and the New Zealand Society of Anaesthetists.

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